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Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad

Zesty Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad for Refreshing Crunch

Enjoy a refreshing crunch with this Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad, featuring cream cheese and jalapeno for a zesty twist.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2-3 pieces Persian Cucumbers Peeling is optional.
  • 1 small Red Onion Consider using shallots for a milder taste.
  • 1 piece Jalapeno Adjust according to spice tolerance.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Herbed varieties can amplify flavor.
  • ½ cup Greek Yogurt Can be substituted with sour cream.
  • ½ tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for bolder taste.
  • ½ tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can replace if preferred.
  • pinch Coarse Sea Salt Adjust based on dietary needs.
For Extra Flavor
  • ½ cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Mild cheddar or no cheese for lighter option.
  • 1-2 tsp Soy Sauce Optional for umami flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Can replace with chopped nuts.

Equipment

  • Mandoline slicer
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the Cucumbers: Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and cut them into ½ cm (¼") thick rounds.
  2. Combine the Base Ingredients: Place the sliced cucumbers in a mixing bowl.
  3. Dice the Onions and Jalapenos: Finely dice the red onion and jalapeno and stir them into the bowl.
  4. Mix in the Creamy Dressing: Add cream cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt to the bowl and mix until well-coated.
  5. Add Cheese and Optional Soy Sauce: Fold in the cheddar cheese and soy sauce if using.
  6. Toss and Chill Before Serving: Toss the ingredients together and chill in the fridge for about 15-20 minutes.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Chill for 15-20 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.

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